NRITTAMALA | Raagam-Jog | Tribute to Rukmini Devi Arundale - 2022

Rukmini Devi Arundale was a visionary in many ways. Not only did she establish Kalakshetra, she left an indelible imprint on all her students. As a tribute to her greatness, Guru Jayalakshmi Eshwar dedicates a group presentation on her birthday, i.e. 29th February. Item performed: "Jog"- a pure nritta item set to 12-matras (Sankeerna Jati Jhampa taalam). The music composition is by Kalaimamani O.S. Arun Time Stamp: Intro- 00:00 Solo Performance of Jog by Jayalakshmi Eshwar in 1998- 05:02 Musicians Vocal - O.S. Sridhar Nattuvangam - Lalgudi Sri Ganesh Mridangam - Beijanki Krishna Violin - Annadurai Flute - G. Raghuraman Recording of Jog by disciples of Jayalakshmi Eshwar in Feb 28, 2022 - 07:34 Musicians Music Composition - O.S. Arun Nattuvangam- Jayalakshmi Eshwar Vocal - Sudha Raghuraman Mridangam- Tanjavur Keshavan Flute - G. Raghuraman Veena- Shymala Bhaskar Images used are sourced from - Jalayakshmi Eshwar, Sahapedia, Kalakshetra Archives, Ashwini Chopra (2016), Avinash Pasricha The video is solely with the intention of reaching a wider audience and sharing our love for the art form. Downloading or usage of the audio/video, for any purpose (professionally or otherwise), is strictly prohibited. Strict action shall be taken against offenders.